Finance Apprentice

Job Posting End Date: August 15

Who are we?

We’re a specialist employee benefits provider, striving to create healthy, happy workplaces. As part of the international Unum Group, we’re on a collective mission to help the working world thrive.

The role

What will you be doing?

Finance Apprenticeship – Build Your Career in Finance

Location: Dorking – At least 3 days per week

Looking to start your career in Finance? Join us as a Finance Apprentice and gain hands-on experience across Financial Reporting and Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A). You'll develop technical, analytical and commercial skills while studying towards a professional finance qualification and supporting real business decisions.

Why This Role Matters

Finance helps the business understand performance, make informed decisions and plan for the future. As a Finance Apprentice, you'll gain exposure to reporting, analysis, planning and forecasting activities while working alongside experienced finance professionals and studying towards a recognised professional qualification.

What You'll Be Doing

As part of our Finance team, you will

• Support financial reporting and planning activities.
• Assist with financial analysis, budgeting and forecasting.
• Develop skills in finance systems, reporting tools and Excel.
• Work with colleagues across Finance and the wider business.
• Take ownership of tasks and deliver accurate work to deadlines.
• Help improve processes and identify efficiencies.
• Build commercial understanding of how financial performance supports business goals.
• Study towards a Level 7 Finance Apprenticeship and ACCA or CIMA qualification.

Skills You'll Develop

• Financial Reporting
• Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis
• Finance Systems & Excel
• Data Analysis & Insight
• Stakeholder Management
• Communication & Presentation Skills
• Problem Solving
• Continuous Improvement
• Commercial Awareness

Why This Role Rocks

• Gain hands-on experience in a professional Finance function.
• Earn while you study towards an ACCA or CIMA qualification.
• Work on real business challenges and financial decisions.
• Build technical, analytical and commercial skills.
• Learn from experienced Finance professionals.
• Create strong foundations for a long-term career in Finance.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for people who are eager to learn, enjoy working with numbers and want to build a successful career in Finance.

• Analytical – You enjoy working with data, solving problems and spotting trends.
• Curious – You ask questions, seek to understand how businesses operate and are keen to learn.
• Organised – You can manage priorities, meet deadlines and maintain attention to detail.
• Collaborative – You work well with others and build positive working relationships.
• Accountable – You take ownership of your work and strive for accuracy and quality.
• Resilient – You remain focused when managing competing priorities and deadlines.
• Commercially Aware – You're interested in how financial information supports business performance and decision-making.
• Trustworthy – You handle sensitive information with integrity and always do the right thing.
• Proactive – You look for opportunities to improve, contribute ideas and continue developing your skills.
• Committed to Learning – You're motivated to complete your professional qualification and continuously develop your knowledge.

• What will you bring?
• We’re looking for motivated individuals who are ready to take the next step in their journey.

To join this apprenticeship, you’ll need

• 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) including Maths and English at Grade 5/B or above.
• Currently studying and due to complete a Level 3 qualification, such as:
• A Levels (particularly Maths, Business Studies, Economics, Accounting or Further Maths)
• T Level in Accounting
• T Level in Finance
• BTEC Extended Diploma in Business, Finance or Accounting
• AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting
• Level 3 Apprenticeship in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration
• A genuine interest in Finance, Accounting and Business.
• Strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• An interest in working towards a professional qualification such as ACCA or CIMA.
• Be available for full time work from October 2026 when our apprentice roles start. Have lived in the UK or European Economic Area (EEA) for at least 3 years by the start of the apprenticeship in October 2026.
• Be eligible to work full-time in the UK for the entire duration of the apprenticeship.

Qualification & Training Provider

The Accountancy L7 apprenticeship is a hands-on and inspiring programme aligned with the ST0001 standard. It will provide you with the knowledge and foundation to grow your career in Finance.

• Duration of apprenticeship: 36 Months
• Training Provider: BPP Professional Education

• Why join us?
• At Unum, we’ve created a workplace where people feel supported to progress and grow, and can see their ambitions coming to life.
• As a part of our commitment to creating an inclusive workplace , we actively encourage applications from those with disabilities and those with long-term health conditions.
• If you meet the essential criteria for the role and choose to opt in to the scheme during your application, you will be offered an interview under the Disability Confident Scheme.
• If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to careers@unum.co.uk .
• We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer.

Company

Unum UK